Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PeachPassion fruit
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Only in Harlequin
Pineapple
Property
| Property | Citra | Harlequin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 4–6% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–11% |
| Origin | United States | UK |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |